Ever feel like your emotions are the ocean? One day, it’s all calm waves and Instagram-worthy sunsets, and the next, you’re in the middle of a full-blown tsunami of stress, exhaustion, and “why did I just cry over a spilled smoothie?” moments.

Here’s the thing: you can’t just keep paddling through life without taking a break. If you never stop to rest, reflect, and recharge, you’re basically that little boat in the stormy sea—out of fuel, waterlogged, and on the verge of capsizing.

Let’s address the probiotic-packed elephant in the room: I talk A LOT about gut health. But then, I also talk about self-care, self-love, stress management, burnout, emotional healing, and why you should absolutely NOT ignore that little voice in your head telling you to take a nap. So what gives?